Artwork on new bridge comes from artist with Roanoke roots Gene Marrano March 26, 2019 1 min read FB photo Mural artist Tucker Mara grew up in Roanoke, went to Patrick Henry High School and now lives in New York City. He was selected to design the artwork now adorning panels on the new Franklin Road Bridge. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Peregrine falcons make urban comeback in VirginiaNext: Tech has first NCAA wrestling champ; Liberty forward on NCAA tourney Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025